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The Best Gold Coast Speedboat Tours — 4 to Book

4 tours  ยท  from $60 a head

Good gold coast speedboat tours sell out weeks ahead in season and the great ones go first. Below: the 4 to book early, what each includes, and where they differ.

Gold Coast: 55-Minute Extreme Jet Boat Ride - From the Vibe Hotel to the Gold Coast waterways
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Gold Coast: 55-Minute Extreme Jet Boat Ride

1.55-Minute Extreme Jet Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 403 reviews · 55 min · from $63Our pick

Ride from behind the Vibe Hotel in Surfers Paradise aboard a 650-horsepower jet boat. Your English-speaking driver, such as Toby, Jake, Mike, or Isaac, combines fast runs, sharp turns, and 360-degree spins with views of waterfront homes. Expect spray, speed, and a good chance of getting soaked.

“Such and amazing ride Mike was awesome. Everyone loved it and got very wet. Highly recommend something for everyone to do”

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Gold Coast: Jet Boat Ride and Scenic Helicopter Tour - Starting behind the Vibe Hotel in Surfers Paradise
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Gold Coast: Jet Boat Ride and Scenic Helicopter Tour

2.Jet Boat Ride and Scenic Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 127 reviews · 1h 30m · from $148

Start behind the Vibe Hotel in Surfers Paradise with a fast, splashy 55-minute jet boat ride led by an entertaining guide such as Toby or Jake. Then transfer to Marina Mirage for a 10-minute helicopter flight over Broadbeach, Q1, Surfers Paradise, SeaWorld, and South Stradbroke Island. Plan your own return.

“Booked this for my parents and they loved every moment - great surprise present. Would definitely recommend.”

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Gold Coast: 1-Hour Extreme Jet Boat Ride - The Broadwater run and the big boat manoeuvres
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Gold Coast: 1-Hour Extreme Jet Boat Ride

3.1-Hour Extreme Jet Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 75 reviews · 1 hour · from $60Best value

Join Paradise Jet Boating at the river end of Cavill Avenue for a 60-minute ride through Surfers Paradise canals and the Broadwater. Expect speeds up to 80 km/h, 360-degree spins, sharp turns, and views of Sovereign Island. English-speaking skippers lead the trip, with free digital photos included.

“Absolutely amazing, Josh was great, lots of spins, water and sun.”

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Gold Coast & Surfers Paradise - Parasail & V8 Jetboat Combo - Meeting the crew at Marina Mirage
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Gold Coast & Surfers Paradise – Parasail & V8 Jetboat Combo

4.Gold Coast & Surfers Paradise โ€“ Parasail & V8 Jetboat Combo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 75 reviews · from $111Top rated

Meet at Marina Mirage for a tandem parasail flight up to 400 feet above the Broadwater, followed by a 30-minute V8 jetboat ride with spins, slides, and fishtails. Guides such as Jordan and Jenny handle the safety briefing and keep the small group moving.

“Jordan and jenny was our guide throughout our journey. They are very nice and friendly. We enjoyed a lot . All the instructions were clear .”

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